Spanish market holds promise for salt replacement
UK-based Alexander Foods has entered into an agreement with Exquim S.A. to distribute its salt replacement product in Spain in what it says is its first step into the wider European market.
Archives for October 12, 2009
GFF builds united front on gluten-free
The Grain Foods Foundation (GFF) has distributed information to food manufacturers and marketers to help them deal with media enquiries about gluten-free diets and foods.
Consumers want value for the long haul, says IGD
New habits die hard – at least, so the latest research on UK shoppers indicate, as more than half of those questioned by IGD said they will continue to be careful about spending even after the recession has ended.
Novel foods rules harm development, report
Novel food regulation functions as an unintentional trade barrier to heritage foods and affects supply chain development and poverty alleviation in developing countries, according to a new report.
Vitaminwater Facebook flavor campaign enters stage three
Vitaminwater, a Coca-Cola owned company, has been running a three-step Facebook campaign designed to determine consumers’ tastes in order to launch a new flavor of its low-calorie, nutrient enhanced drink next spring.
Food makers' opportunity to play 'hide the veg'
A new survey of tricks used to get kids to eat vegetables has highlighted once again the opportunities for food manufacturers to develop healthy products that appeal to youngsters.
Vegetarianism poses no bone health danger: Study
Consuming a vegetarian diet may result in slightly weaker bones, but not to a level that it becomes a clinical concern, says a new meta-analysis.
Givaudan nine month results outpace market growth
Despite a slow start to its financial year, Swiss fragrance and flavours group Givaudan says business has picked up in the last six months, pointing to a recovery.
Lawsuits against Cheerios cholesterol claims combined
A federal court panel has ruled that five pending lawsuits against General Mills for claims about the purported cholesterol-lowering benefits of Cheerios will be consolidated into one multi-district case.
FDA launches a $17.5m boost to food and feed safety
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a $17.5m investment in food and feed safety standards encompassing federal, state, and local partners.